Description

Chromium Fluoride is an inorganic salt of chromium and fluorine, known for its utility in specialized industrial processes. Its unique chemical properties make it a valuable precursor and catalyst in applications demanding high reactivity and specific fluoride ion sources. This compound is essential for manufacturers and researchers in the metallurgical, chemical synthesis, and surface treatment sectors seeking reliable, high-purity materials.

Application

• Metal Surface Treatment: Used as a component in conversion coatings and passivation processes for metals like aluminum and steel to enhance corrosion resistance.
• Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a precursor or active component in catalysts for fluorination and other organic synthesis reactions.
• Glass & Ceramics Manufacturing: Employed as an additive to modify optical properties, increase durability, or influence melting characteristics in specialty glasses and ceramic glazes.
• Laboratory Reagent: Utilized as a source of fluoride ions or chromium(III) in analytical chemistry and research-scale inorganic synthesis.
• Wood Preservation: Acts as a component in certain preservative formulations to protect against biological degradation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Chromium Fluoride
CAS No.	11113-56-7
Molecular Formula	CrF3 (anhydrous basis)
Molecular Weight	108.99 g/mol (anhydrous)
Synonyms	Chromium(III) fluoride; Chromic fluoride; Trifluorochromium; Chromium trifluoride; Anhydrous chromium fluoride
EINECS	234-390-9

Quality Control

Our Chromium Fluoride is manufactured under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay and impurity profile determination, to meet exacting customer requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, physical characteristics, and test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its hygroscopic nature, store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Recommended storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Green crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (as CrF3)	≥ 98.0 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.1 %
Sulfate (SO4)	≤ 0.1 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.